Lydia Sinclair

Founder & Managing Director, Client Partner Sussex & Surrey 

I launched ProTalent back in 2009, I personally focus practice recruitment in Sussex and Surrey, and also work in the London markets too. I also head up the team and the general day to day running of the business. 

When I joined ProTalent Ltd: I started ProTalent because I was fed up! In all honesty, I hated how recruitment is so often undertaken, I hated that practice was an afterthought in the ‘accountancy & finance arena’ within the recruitment world and I wanted to specialise and I wanted to do it differently. 

What I’m Proud Of: I have successfully built and grown a practice recruitment consultancy that has absolute clarity of its niche and core values. I have helped countless accountancy practices build, scale and solve their hiring and business challenges. I have helped hundreds of candidates further their careers and secure great roles. And through it all, I have built and strengthened many, many amazing working relationships.

How I Spend My Free Time: I am a very proud mum of beautiful twin girls – so when I am not working, I am ‘Mum-ing’. That can take me from beach walks to cake baking, face painting to dancing, refereeing to teaching! And I love it! 

Fun Fact About Me: I love climbing big mountains, jumping out of planes, scuba diving all over the world – well, in a previous life at least!

 

Testimonials

  • I was looking at transaction diligence roles in financial services with Lydia at ProTalent for a month or so and it was refreshing to have someone so proactive and considerate helping with my job search. She always had my best interests at the forefront of her mind when reaching out to her extensive contacts within the FS space and she was the driving force behind me exploring multiple options to give me the best chances of success in getting an offer. I will definitely be keeping in touch with Lydia in the event I need help with any future job searches.

    Michael

  • Lydia and her team provide a refreshingly honest and professional approach to recruitment. I could tell that they genuinely cared about placing me in a role that was the best career move for me. Communication was spot on, I was always kept up to date and I never felt pressured or rushed as can be the case with some recruiters. Thank you Lydia and Emily, you have been a pleasure to deal with.

    Jamie

  • Has been the best experience finding a new job with Lydia.
    Would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a change in job.

    Vinnie

  • We needed a key person to manage the business and you and your team listened to what we were looking for, asked some searching questions about EXACTLY what we needed, and before we knew it, you'd found the perfect person. Lucky you didn't ask me to fill in a survey as i'd have had to put a perfect 10 !!

    Rick
  • I have worked with Lydia for 17 years. Her recruitment work has had tremendous positive results within my business. I am extremely grateful for her hard work, positive attitude, and attention to detail. If you are considering working with a recruitment partner, or changing who you partner
    Naz
  • Lydia and the team have always provided a friendly and professional service. Proactive from start to finish and ensuring each candidate is thoroughly screened prior to the interview phase. This saves not only saves time for the employer but also ensures that each candidate is presented to a firm that would be suited to them. It is so important to know your client in all industries and they certainly tick that box. If in need of a recruiter then I would highly recommend ProTalent
    Nick
  • Absolutely amazing person! Got me my dream job and went over and above what you would expect from a recruiter!! Would highly recommend!!
    Katie
  • Lydia was highly recommended to me to assist with a senior accounts role. After working with her on the role, I can see why. I loved working with Lydia, she was so responsive, friendly, knowledgeable and professional. She got quality CVs to me very quickly, and it was clear that she had worked hard to select high quality candidates with relevant experience. We successfully filled the role in no time at all and we are very pleased with our recruit. Lydia will be my first port of call for any accounting vacancies in the future and I can't recommend her highly enough!
    Rebecca
  • Lydia has been recruiting for us as a firm now for many years and has consistently provided high calibre candidates for us.
    What differentiates Lydia and the ProTalent team is their rigorous appraisal of candidates before suggesting them for interview to ensure our time input is kept to a minimum, and maximising the chance of a successful placement in the longer term.
    I would recommend Lydia’s services to anyone in the profession, and also within industry where she has helped my clients too.
    Anthony
  • Lydia is a kind, professional recruiter with great policies. She provided me with excellent opportunities and great advice without being too pushy. I would most definitely recommend and do business again.
    Holly
  • Lydia was on holiday when I reached out for some help and advice. Despite trying to have some me time Lydia rose to the occasion as she always does and within 24 hours I had 2 interviews organised. Within 72 hours I had a job offer. I cannot recommend this lady highly enough not only is she a super person but always puts her candidates first and makes them feel confident and at ease. Thank you Lydia you are the best.
    Max
  • Over the years that I have worked with Lydia she has been able to fill 70-80% of our vacancies. She quickly grasped the type of person we were looking for and doesn't send unsuitable candidates. She is always enthusiastic and committed to helping us meet our recruitment needs. I could not recommend her more highly
    Maurice
  • Lydia assisted me in my search and provided helpful and timely feedback through the whole process. I would definitely hire Lydia in the future. Lydia assisted me in my search and provided helpful and timely feedback through the whole process. I would definitely hire Lydia in the future.
    Chris
  • Lydia is extremely passionate in what she does and puts her heart and soul into everything she does. Lydia is personable ,reliable and trustworthy and does what she says she is going to do when she says she will do it.
    Stephen